Heavy Machine Operator

Rexco People; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Rexco People is seeking experienced operators for Mackay Harbour's busy recycling yard. You will perform general yard duties, operate front-end loaders, Bobcat/skid steer, excavators, and a counterbalance forklift while learning site procedures and safety rules.

Candidates must hold a current ticket for at least one machine, have previous experience operating heavy equipment, and be reliable, punctual and safety‑minded. This is a Monday–Friday role with regular overtime and long-term progression.

Qualifications

• A current ticket for at least one of the following: forklift, front-end loader, skid steer loader (Bobcat) or excavator
• Previous experience operating at least one of these machines

Responsibilities

• Completing general yard duties and material handling
• Sorting and grading recyclable metals
• Loading and unloading trucks, skip bins and trailers
• Operating a counterbalance forklift
• Operating front-end loaders, skid steer loaders or excavators
• Assisting with dismantling and preparing materials for recycling
• Providing good customer service to customers entering the site
• Learning site procedures and safe machinery operations
• Keeping the yard clean, safe and organised
• Following all WHS policies and procedures

Skills

Machinery operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Punctual

Tools

Forklift ticket

Front-end loader ticket

Excavator ticket

Job description

This is an opportunity for candidates with experience operating front-end loaders, skid steer loaders (Bobcats) or excavators to join a busy recycling yard in Mackay Harbour. You will initially complete general yard duties while learning the site, materials, safety procedures and daily operations.

Key responsibilities

Completing general yard duties and material handling

Sorting and grading recyclable metals

Loading and unloading trucks, skip bins and trailers

Operating a counterbalance forklift

Operating front-end loaders, skid stew loaders or excavators

Assisting with dismantling and preparing materials for recycling

Providing good customer service to customers entering the site

Learning site procedures and safe machinery operations

Keeping the yard clean, safe and organised

Following all WHS policies and procedures

About you

A current ticket for at least one of the following: forklift, front-end loader, skid steer loader (Bobcat) or excavator

Previous experience operating at least one of these machines

Mechanically minded with a willingness to learn other machinery

Comfortable working outdoors in a busy recycling yard

Strong commitment to workplace safety

Reliable, punctual and hardworking

Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

$43.64 per hour

Monday-to-Friday roster

Regular overtime hours and paid accordingly

Opportunity to develop experience across different heavy machinery

Training across excavators, front-end loaders, material handlers and dozers

Long-term career opportunity for the right candidates